A tropical vine with heart-shaped leaves native to Central and South America, Smilax regelii has been used by Indigenous peoples for centuries to purify the blood and treat inflammatory conditions of the skin and joints. Its saponin-rich root works as a gentle alterative, traditionally supporting detoxification and hormonal balance without the stimulating properties of many Western tonics.
root, rhizome
decoction, tincture, powder, tea
1–3g dried root daily as decoction; 2–4mL tincture 2–3x daily
May cause mild digestive upset.
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